Fulbright Chronicles is pleased to announce a call for expressions of interest for contributing an article or commentary for publication in a themed issue on focused on “Creating Sustainable Futures.” The world is currently facing an environmental crisis of unprecedented magnitude. Deforestation, pollution, and overconsumption are disrupting the delicate balance of our ecosystems. The consequences are far-reaching, including rising global temperatures, extreme weather events, species extinction, degradation of natural habitats, and diminishing freshwater resources. These crises pose severe threats to human health, food security, and socio-economic stability.
As cultural ambassadors, Fulbright awardees have played a vital role creating sustainable futures through cross-cultural collaborations in research, policy development, education, and technological innovation. To highlight these contributions to protect the planet and its people, we invite Fulbright awardees from around the world to share their experience building sustainable futures with others. Topics can include, but are not limited to:
- Education for sustainable development
- Environmental literacy and awareness
- Eco-friendly campuses and educational institutions
- Climate change mitigation
- Indigenous knowledge and sustainability
- Policy development for sustainable futures
- Renewable energy
- Natural resources and vulnerable communities
Submission Guidelines
Expressions of interest should be no more than 300 words. Please include the type of submission (article or commentary) and address how the Fulbright experience contributed to creating sustainable futures. Final manuscripts should be prepared according to the journal’s guidelines available on the Fulbright Chronicles’ website. https://fulbright-chronicles.com/submission-guidelines-for-authors/
The deadline for expressions of interest is 15 October 2023.
For inquiries and manuscript submissions, please contact the Guest Editor of the special issue: Melanie Brooks, melanie.brooks@ecu.edu.au